choose two pieces from the list below and write a short comparative paragraph about them. You should use the proper vocabulary to describe the form, instrumentation, texture, density or any other musical parameter you think is interesting to compare. You are encouraged to discuss what you think the intentions of …

TWO FULL pages DOUBLE-spaced, 12-point font. Pick ONE video from EACH category (one big band, one bebop, one cool jazz, etc.) to watch and write a paragraph about. Make it mostly about the music, but you can also comment on some of what you see. One point of this paper …

Final Paper due MAY 15Video explaining assignment (from last semester) and giving some tips about research literacy:  https://echo360.org/media/f000fca0-ca47-4cd0-8aa4-06c0a52b8608/public Choose one of the following paper topics and write an essay of 1200-1500 words (12 pt. double-spaced, not courier, times new roman) in length.  This is a research paper, which means you …

Final Paper Outline (due March 30)Final Paper Outline (due March 30)Introduction, Outline and Annotated Bibliography with Three SourcesReview the final paper assignment (see below). Start to think about what direction you will take for the final paper. For March 30, develop the following:          Compose an introductory …

Read through Research Project Description before start working on your project idea. In a 200-word paragraph, explain your project idea(s), your interest in or prior study of the idea(s), how your idea(s) might meet the project requirements, and where you plan to observe in-person the art/creative form in your study. …

I’m always on the lookout for new media to include in my teaching.  For extra credit, you will create your own unit that could potentially be included in a future version of this course. Here’s what you’ll need to include: Main screening(s): Choose one or more films and/or television episodes …